Projectionist

The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Projectionist. The Projectionist provides expert support for the Museums film screenings exhibitions and events. The position centers on film projection and archival handling with additional responsibility for maintaining and operating audio-visual systems throughout the Museum.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects repairs and handles archival and contemporary film prints with the highest professional standards.
• Operates 16mm and 35mm changeover projectors in a theatrical or screening-room environment.
• Maintains and performs preventive and corrective service on Kinoton projectors Christie digital projectors and other playback equipment.
• Manages film and digital screenings including format conversions sound calibration and system checks.
• Collaborates with curators filmmakers and visiting technicians to realize screenings as intended clearly explaining technical issues in nontechnical language when needed.
• Sets up and operates audio systems including wireless microphones analog mixers EQ and compression for screenings and film-related events.
• Operates PTZ cameras and assist with media management and sound-for-video documentation when required.
• Provides AV support for Museum events such as talks premieres conferences and live performances.
• Assists with the installation troubleshooting and maintenance of projection and AV components in exhibitions.
• Maintains accurate documentation of projection systems film handling procedures and maintenance activities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience with archival film projection and changeover operation.
• Strong knowledge of film inspection techniques film sound formats and projection booth safety.
• Familiarity with digital cinema workflows including DCP creation playback and projector operation.
• Solid computer skills and comfort with networked AV systems.
• Experience with live sound mixing lighting control video playback systems and commercial display hardware.
• Ability to balance multiple screenings and events in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to presentation quality and preservation standards.
• Must be willing to take and pass The Museum of Modern Arts Online Projectionist Training Module.

Preferred Certifications Skills and/or Knowledge:

• Project management or electronics certifications (Crestron AMX or similar).
• Documented hands-on experience in projection system maintenance and repair.
• Basic carpentry for mounting and installation of projection and display equipment.
• Soldering and cable termination skills.

Software Proficiencies:

Apple QuickTime Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) Adobe Creative Cloud Final Cut Pro Pro Tools Vectorworks or CAD Isadora Watchout QLab Max/MSP/Jitter.

Other Requirements:

• MoMA participates in the TSAs Certified Cargo Screening Facility Program. Therefore if hired individual must successfully complete a security threat assessment through the Department of Homeland Security in order to participate.
• This is a unionized position at MoMA with covered employees represented by IATSE Local 306. Candidate hired must be a member of Local 306 or become a member of Local 306 post-hire.

Reports to: AV Technical Manager (and other managers as assigned)

Salary:The salary for this position is $51.20 per hour.

Application instructions: To apply please visit MoMA Jobs. Applicants should submit a resume and a statement of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the Museum where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race color religion sex age national origin disability pregnancy genetic information military or veteran status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression marital and civil partnership/union status alienage or citizenship status creed genetic predisposition or carrier status unemployment status familial status domestic violence sexual violence or stalking victim status caregiver status arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law credit history or any other protected category as established by applicable law including the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL).